A comprehensive plan to improve access to broadband services in Michigan will be developed under an Executive Order signed by Gov. Rick Snyder.

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A comprehensive plan to improve access to broadband services in Michigan will be developed under an Executive Order signed by Gov. Rick Snyder. The Executive Order creates the Michigan Consortium for Advanced Networks, which is directed to establish a roadmap to help strengthen statewide broadband access and connectivity.

“Ensuring all Michiganders have access to secure, reliable, and affordable broadband services is an important step in our work to maximize Michigan’s momentum long into the future,” Snyder says. “Connectivity is a critical component for economic development, academic growth, and stronger communities — particularly rural communities. I’m confident that this Consortium will create an innovative roadmap to help strengthen Michigan’s foundation for the future by enhancing broadband access statewide.”

Executive Order 2018-2 directs the Michigan Consortium for Advanced Networks to identify gaps in broadband service coverage and capacity, current efforts underway to address connectivity issues, and key strategies and recommendations for the state and private sector to pursue to achieve enhanced connectivity.

The Consortium will consider recommendations provided by Gov. Snyder’s 21stCentury Infrastructure Commission’s report and must present a plan by Aug. 1, 2018.

To learn more about the Governor’s 21st Century Infrastructure Commission and its report with recommendations to enhance Michigan’s infrastructure, click here.